Recipe Directions
- 1. Make a batch of raw mayonnaise in your blender.
- 2. Lay out a piece of romaine lettuce.
- 3. Spread some raw mayonnaise or ranch on the lettuce (optional).
- 4. Add some sliced tomatoes.
- 5. Top with dulse seaweed (your "bacon")!
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
By The Rawtarian I bet you never even thought about having a BLT sandwich ("bacon, lettuce and tomato") while still living the raw food lifestyle, did you?
Well, I didn't either. But here it is! A raw friend of mine introduced this concept to me, and I fell in love immediately.
And no, that's not real bacon of course. Nor is it even eggplant bacon (which, in my experience is a !@# to make in the dehydrator and doesn't even taste very good anyway).
Nope, this raw food bacon substitute is...drumroll please...dulse seaweed! Dulse stores really well when kept dry. (If you don't have dulse, you can use a sheet of nori seaweed and cut it into strips, as I've done in this photo. Nori may be easier to find because it is used to make sushi rolls and is quite common.)
And what raw BLT sandwich would be complete without raw mayonnaise? Just like any good sandwich, the mayo is a big part of the draw, in my opinion. (Relax, I mean raw vegan mayo of course!)
I can eat 2-3 or even 4 "sandwiches" per meal. Very easy to pull together, especially if you already have a batch of raw vegan mayonnaise in the fridge.
You can store raw mayonnaise in refrigerator for up to a week.
Do not store assembled raw BLT sandwiches in fridge (or at all) because the dulse will get soggy really fast. Always put the dulse on last--right before eating.
So easy and yet... so good! One of my newest addictions lately and I wanted to share it with you.
My raw mayonnaise recipe is here
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Nutrition Facts
- This recipe is very low in Calories, Fat, and Carbohydrates.
- This recipe is an amazing source of Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.
- This recipe is a good source of Iron, and Riboflavin.
Amounts per 37 g (1 oz) suggested serving
| Name | Amount | % Daily |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 | 2 % |
| Protein | 3 g | 5 % |
| Fat | 0.26 g | |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 2 % |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 3 % |
| Iron | 4 mg | 34 % |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10 % |
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Comments and Reviews
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Emmeline
Apr 29, 2013
This dulse sounds amazing from some of the comments here, however, I'm very sure I can't find it here- I live in Sydney Australia btw and have not heard of this seaweed b4! But we do have many jap products and Asian food stores here- can I get dulse from a Japanese shop you think? Otherwise, nori sheets are ok? Just wanna make sure! :-)
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The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Hi Emmeline, yes definitely try an asian food store. They should have lots of seaweed selection. In a pinch, ripping up nori sheets could work, but it won't have quite the same "baconesque" feel. Probably if you enquire in an asian food store they can help find dulse, I bet.
The Rawtarian
Mar 24, 2013
Michelle <beam> :)
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brittanya
Jun 30, 2021
brittanya's Review
Raw bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
Great mock BLT easy to do
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Charb
Jan 04, 2018
The nutritional content says 38 calories, which seems not only ridiculous for lunch but also inconsistent with calories for other meals - help!
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The Rawtarian
Jan 05, 2018
Hi Char,
Thanks for your comment. It's a good question!
Any "optional" ingredients (like raw ranch dressing) are not included in the nutritional information.
So, for 1 serving, it's just 3 slices of tomato (about 10 calories), 1 leaf of lettuce (about 6 calories) and a tiny bit of seaweed (10 calories or less).
BUT if you include the ranch dressing - that would add about 100 calories more.
And -- obviously -- this is not a meal if you just eat 1 sprig of lettuce with two slices of tomato on it. You want to eat lots of these, plus add some good fat (raw mayo / ranch etc) - which will drastically increase the calories.
I hope this helps a bit!
Soulfulll
Sep 25, 2015
Hi Laura! What other types of lettuce/ greens do you think would work to wrap this in?
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The Rawtarian
Sep 29, 2015
Hi! You could try collard greens or romaine lettuce leaves!
LadyJ
Jun 12, 2015
Definitely gonna try this over the summer. I tried the eggplant bacon and no one will eat it except the dog. But I like using dulsa in my mock tuna, so I expect good results from this recipe.
The Rawtarian
Jun 14, 2015
Oh dear, LadyJ. Let me know how you like the mock tuna! :)
Kathy
May 03, 2015
Kathy's Review
Raw bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
Amazing, reminds me of a BLT and so easy. I will be taking these to work with me. I made the mayo with cashews, so yummy. Thank you for your easy recipes, I have liked every one that I have tried so far. I tried to comment from your recipe app but it wouldn't let me. Your apps are great too. I love the shopping list that I can take with me on my tablet. I have never eaten so healthy.
The Rawtarian
May 04, 2015
Hi Kathy, I'm glad you're lovin' the recipes! :)
mata
May 19, 2014
Where is recipe for a rae mayo???
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The Rawtarian
May 20, 2014
Right here, Mata!
https://www.therawtarian.com/raw-mayonnaise-recipe
Alicia Phillips
Oct 26, 2013
Which supplier do you get your dulse from?
The Rawtarian
Oct 26, 2013
Maine Coast Sea Vegetables
Soulfulll
Oct 14, 2013
Soulfulll's Review
Raw bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
So amazing! Definitely going to be one of my staples from now on. In fact- I'm having it again today!
The Rawtarian
Oct 14, 2013
Yum! I want one :)
Rosie
Aug 13, 2013
Hi, I'm thinking of starting on this plan next week and was just looking at the recipes to prepare. It doesn't say whether the dulse needs to be soaked or if it is dried. Sorry if this is obvious, but I cannot find it under the recipe steps and want to make sure I don't get it wrong!
Loving your work. Rosie
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The Rawtarian
Sep 23, 2013
Hi Rosie,
Good question! Do not soak the dulse. Use it dry in this recipe.
Judene
Aug 12, 2013
Judene's Review
Raw bacon lettuce tomato sandwich
Wow you are BRILLIANT! This is so simple and delicious!!
The Rawtarian
Sep 23, 2013
Lol it takes a brilliant one to know a brilliant one Judene ;P
Dimitrios
May 22, 2013
I don't see any recipe in the app for raw mayo. Please help
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The Rawtarian
May 26, 2013
Hi Dimitrios, Sorry about that! Here's the mayo recipe:
3/4 cups water (or less)
1 1/2 cups of macadamia nuts (expensive but worth it)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon italian spices (basil, thyme, oregano or combo of all - whatever you have)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
dash of cayenne
Directions: Throw everything in blender and blend :)
Emmeline
Apr 29, 2013
This dulse sounds amazing from some of the comments here, however, I'm very sure I can't find it here- I live in Sydney Australia btw and have not heard of this seaweed b4! But we do have many jap products and Asian food stores here- can I get dulse from a Japanese shop you think? Otherwise, nori sheets are ok? Just wanna make sure! :-)
Posted from The Rawtarian's Raw Recipes App
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Hi Emmeline, yes definitely try an asian food store. They should have lots of seaweed selection. In a pinch, ripping up nori sheets could work, but it won't have quite the same "baconesque" feel. Probably if you enquire in an asian food store they can help find dulse, I bet.
Samantha
Apr 05, 2013
I just made this a few minutes ago, and it was DELICIOUS!!!! And easy. I only go for recipes with little ingredients, and easy to make. And this turned out great. It easily satisfies my cravings for junk food too. I used Bac'uns, vegan bacon bits and veganaise. Thanks for the recipe! it was really great. :)
The Rawtarian
Apr 07, 2013
I'm glad, Samantha :) I too like simpler recipes. Much less overwhelming to make!
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